At the last meeting I promised to post my old statement and my new statement - so (finally) here they are:
Debby Reid Bainbridge
I find working on an art project is a form of meditation. I become focused and all other thoughts and stresses slip away.
My mother taught me sewing, knitting and embroidery at a young age. Working on my art projects brings back that connection with my mom.
I have always been interested in learning new crafts. In my teens I began sewing my own clothes. I also discovered macramé, ceramics and beading. In the mid-1970s there was a quilt shop near where I lived. It had colorful fabrics, which I fell in love with. One day I wandered in, bought some fabric and a Bears Paw pattern, and that was the beginning of my love of quilting.
One wonderful aspect of creating with fabric is that there is always something new to learn or develop. The possibilities are endless. Presently, I enjoy creating with bold colors.
Once I graduated from college and began working, my time outdoors became precious. So, my crafts were often put aside for kayaking, hiking and biking. In my early 30s I was diagnosed with Lupus. As the disease has progressed I have become more and more sensitive to the sun and UV light. Because of that sensitivity I had to quit my outdoor activities. At that point, I felt I had two options: sit and mope or rediscover my passion for crafts. I threw myself into my art and have not looked back!
Organizations I belong to:
Moonlight Quilters of Sonoma County
Santa Rosa Quilt Guild
The Pointless Sisters (art quilter’s group)
Building Q Book Group
NEW ARTIST STATEMENT:
Debby Reid Bainbridge
I find working on an art project is a form of meditation. I become focused and all other thoughts and stresses slip away. I get satisfaction from creating something I like – it feels good in my soul.
One wonderful aspect of creating with fabric is that there is always something new to learn or develop. The possibilities are endless. I like to explore new methods and color schemes. Recently I have been creating small quilts around a star theme. I have used several methods and various color patterns in making these quilts.
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